Loaded Tater Tots Appetizers
These Loaded Tater Tots Appetizers are a delicious comfort food topped with cheese, bacon bits, and sour cream, perfect for gatherings and game nights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 32 ounces frozen tater tots You can use gluten-free tater tots if needed.
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Freshly grated melts better than pre-shredded.
- 1 cup bacon bits Omit for a vegetarian option.
- 1 cup sour cream For drizzling on top.
- 1 bunch green onions Chopped for garnish.
- 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
- 1 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven according to the tater tots package instructions.
- Prepare a baking sheet by spreading the frozen tater tots in a single layer.
Cooking
- Bake the tater tots in the preheated oven until golden and crispy, about 25-30 minutes.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle cheese and bacon bits over the hot tater tots.
- Return to the oven and bake until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.
- Drizzle sour cream on top and garnish with chopped green onions.
Serving
- Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
For an extra flavor boost, season the tater tots before adding toppings. You can use plant-based cheese for a vegetarian option.